Kyoto vs Tokyo

Kyoto and Tokyo are closely matched in May. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Kyoto sits in the comfortable travel range at 23°C. Tokyo is also comfortable at 22°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in May.

Kyoto reaches an average high of 23°C (73°F) and drops to 13°C (55°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Tokyo averages 22°C (72°F) for the high and 14°C (57°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in May.

Kyoto receives approximately 154 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during May. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Tokyo sees 131 mm over 11 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.